Physician Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Company: Geisinger
Location: Danville
Posted on: April 18, 2024

Job Description:

At Geisinger, we're committed to doing things differently to improve lives and give our physiatrists the best to deliver exceptional care. As part of the Geisinger Musculoskeletal Institute, which has been nationally recognized for excellence and innovation, our mission begins with providing the highest-quality patient care, improving mobility and enhancing the quality of life for all, while advancing the science of multidisciplinary care through research and education. What you do at Geisinger shapes the future of health and improves lives - for our patients, communities, and you! We currently have growth opportunities to work as a board-certified/board-eligible Physiatrist joining a multidisciplinary team including neurologists, orthopaedic surgeons, neurosurgeons as well as most subspecialties in three of our regions - Scranton, Danville, and State College, PA.Job DutiesThe PM&R Department resides within the nationally recognized Geisinger Musculoskeletal Institute:

• Home to the leading academic Level I tertiary referral center with over 50 fellowship-trained specialists
• Consists of seven PM&R specialists which has doubled in size since 2017 to match the growing community needs
• Residency awarded 10-year accreditation during initial site visit in 2020
• Participate in cutting edge research including exoskeleton and virtual reality in rehabilitation efforts that support the vision of the Musculoskeletal InstituteWe are proud to offer the following support for our team:
  • Full time outpatient focus
  • Opportunity to perform electro diagnostics and ultrasound guided procedures
  • State-of-the-art equipment
  • Opportunity for, not required, sideline coverage for multiple sports, high school through professional
  • Faculty appointment at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
  • Participation as faculty in a categorical, 4 year, PM&R residency program
  • Research opportunities
  • Exceptional work/life balance
  • Excellent compensation and benefits packagePosition DetailsGeisinger Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Scranton allows patients of all ages to find the most comprehensive spectrum of services for bone, muscle and joint conditions - including arthritis, sports injuries, back pain, wound care and fractures - in Lackawanna County. With a focus on convenience and patient experience, the facility will offer expanded orthopaedic urgent care so patients can avoid the emergency room for sprains, strains and minor injuries.Geisinger Medical Center (GMC), the largest tertiary/quaternary care teaching hospital in the region, is licensed for 475 beds, including 89 pediatric beds in the Janet Weis Children's Hospital. GMC, a Magnet Hospital, maintains the region's only Level 1 Regional Resource Trauma Center with additional qualifications in pediatrics. GMC offers an array of highly specialized medical and surgical services, including neurosciences, cardiovascular services, transplantation, women's health (in the Women's Pavilion), oncology and orthopaedicsGeisinger Healthplex State College, located on 52 acres off the I-99 interchange in Patton Township. First opened in August of 2008 as a multi-specialty clinic, the facility is now doubled in size to 144,000 square feet, thanks to the recent completion of a year-long construction effort. Our staff members focus on delivering the best quality of care to the members of Centre County. With specialty supports like Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, the staff provides the highest-level expertise for your physicals, sick visits and follow-up care after illness or injury.To learn more about our opportunities, please contact Taylor Briggs, Provider Recruiter, Geisinger, at . EducationDoctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine- (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)Licensed Medical Doctor - State of PennsylvaniaSkillsSystems-Based Practice; Professional Etiquette; Patient Care And Procedural SkillsAbout GeisingerFounded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at or connect with us on , , and .Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionGeisinger values who you are, where you are from, and where you are going. We seek out people of various backgrounds and cultures with unique abilities, non-traditional career paths and ambitious aspirations. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. Read more about Our Commitment to .Our Vision & ValuesEverything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.Our BenefitsWe offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.

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